How to choose paint for wooden furniture?

To renovate the interior, it is not necessary to arrange major repairs and spend a lot of money on the purchase of new furniture. If the house is furnished with wooden tables, cabinets and cabinets that are in excellent condition, you can paint them in any shade, and in this way refresh the interior design.

The choice of finishing material may take a little time if you know for what purpose it will be purchased. There is a wide range of paints on the market from different manufacturers, but they have different properties and benefits. It is necessary to study all the characteristics and understand the features in order to find what will meet the stated requirements.

To give life to old furniture that stands in a nursery or another room, it is recommended to use products that have the following qualities:

• durability;
• moisture resistance;
• environmental Safety;
• ease of care for painted surfaces;
• resistance to mechanical stress;
• fire resistance;
• decorative qualities;
• covering ability of ingredients.

A pungent odor is observed only in materials based on organic solvents, therefore, water-based formulations are often used for home interiors. In addition to the absence of a pungent smell, paints have other advantages. They are made from natural ingredients, which means they are an environmentally friendly product.

Of course, one cannot fail to note small disadvantages that you can simply not notice. For example, water-based coloring compositions are short-lived, although with careful handling of furniture, this can be ignored. It is necessary to use such material in rooms where there is minimal humidity, since white or colored paint is easily washed off. But this is good news for those who did the wrong job, because the error can be fixed. You can also find products that do not smell, but are suitable for rooms with high humidity.

To make a profitable purchase, you need to pay attention to the characteristics of the products:

• the composition of the dye is of great importance, in which there must be pigment particles of the required shade;
• one of the main criteria is the binder, since it is the base and creates a film protection on the surface to be treated;
• reliability and durability also play a role in the presentability and safety of furniture;
• special properties of the coating are given by additional additives, which should be indicated in the detailed description of the goods;
• some products are durable, therefore they are suitable for flooring;

• to obtain decorative properties, shine and reliability, it is necessary to have special safe fillers in the composition of the dye;
• it is important to take into account the type of material that will be painted: for furniture that is in a heated children's room, the paint must withstand high temperatures;
• the coloring composition must dry quickly;
• the composition of the paint must be fire resistant;
• you also need to pay attention to the species and texture of the wood from which the product is made.

In appearance, wood paints can be divided into three types:

• transparent coatings (glaze, clear varnishes, impregnating agents);
• opaque enamels;
• dispersion coloring compositions.

The leader among the wide range is acrylic paint, which is distinguished by its speed of drying and does not have a toxic odor, which means it is completely safe for humans and the environment. It is suitable for all types of coatings and different types of wood. The main advantage lies in good adhesion, so this composition can be used to coat chipboard, MDV, plywood and OSB.

Latex-based water-based paints penetrate the structure of the wooden surface and then create a film that protects against moisture. Therefore, the product is easy to care for and dust-free. At the same time, the product has good air permeability, which means that bubbles will not appear on the furniture. There is an insignificant disadvantage, which is better to take into account before painting. This material is not suitable for use in a low temperature room, as it may crack.

This coating differs from the previous varieties in the following features:

• not exposed to moisture and resistant to abrasion;
• if during the restoration cracks are found on the furniture, then due to the elasticity of the material, they are easily repaired;
• in the case of using white paint, you do not have to worry about it turning yellow, since it is not subject to this;
• many consumers are attracted by the fact that a lot of dust will not accumulate on a surface painted with a water-based silicone agent;
• such a coating is considered one of the most durable;
• during work, you do not have to worry about a pungent smell;
• can be used for painting facades - this will extend the life of the surface;
• such products are offered at a high price, although they are justified by excellent performance and better quality.

With the appearance of such products on the shelves, enamel and ordinary varnishes have ceased to be so relevant. This classification includes alkyd paint, which is suitable for those who are tired of the old furniture furnishings and want to update something. This option is excellent for restoration and is also offered at an affordable price.

Such products are highly hydrophobic, and the film that is created during painting will not penetrate into the wood. Alkyd materials are suitable for products that are located in rooms with high humidity, such as bathrooms or kitchens.

It is better to use safe types of paints and varnishes to update a crib.

The material must meet the following requirements:

• non-toxicity;
• lack of smell;
• durable coating that can be washed;
• color fastness;
• ease of use.

It is important to pay attention to whether the paint causes allergies. The main characteristic for the restoration of old furniture in a children's room is a water-based material. If you use acrylic paint, which is offered in different colors, then you must use a primer before applying. Latex products are also suitable as they meet the requirements. They are considered to be more durable and elastic.

Summing up, we can say that for living quarters with children, it is recommended to use paints and varnishes exclusively odorless and do not pose a health hazard to all family members. It is worth giving preference to products that contain natural ingredients.It is also necessary to take into account the type of room where the painting will be carried out, and thanks to the wide variety, it is possible to update the furniture in the style that is required.

In the old days, people often gave furniture for restoration, especially if it was of value and meant a lot to the owners. So, having a black chest of drawers or chairs from your grandmother, which are incredibly expensive, you do not need to throw them away because they are unusable. To begin with, you can repair them, and then do the finishing. When choosing paint for wood products, you must adhere to the rules described above in order to obtain a positive result.

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